Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Project Manager

We would love to welcome you to the team!

Loyal to People. Loyal to Planet.

GreenSpark Solar, loyal to people and planet, creates fiercely local, cost-effective, clean energy options in the Greater Rochester Community. We feel a huge responsibility to succeed at GreenSpark. As a B Corporation, success is directly tied to honoring our triple bottom line of commitments to people, the planet, and profits (providing capital to grow, revenue to share among our employees, and a return to our investors). It is important work that directly impacts our employees and their families, our customers, and the residents of the communities where we do business, along with our local and broader global environment, but we have fun doing it. Our workplace reflects our values — our office is directly powered by onsite wind turbines and solar panels, our fleet includes all-electric and hybrid vehicles, dogs roam the office, and we strive to be an unabashedly inclusive, diverse workplace.

Our Core Values

Believe in People

Keep it Real

Find Joy

Be a Leader

Work Together

As a Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Project Manager at GreenSpark Solar, you will oversee the entire lifecycle of rooftop commercial solar projects. This includes managing contracting, scheduling, engineering plans and designs, construction, and project close-out procedures. You will ensure that all stakeholder commitments and company financial objectives are met. Initially, this role will involve dual reporting to both the Commercial PM Manager and the C&I business unit leader as we establish the new division.

• Level 1 Candidate – This person typically enters the position with either a general background of technical solar or project/process management knowledge. Can work independently but requires the daily support of a Senior Project Manager and/or Portfolio Manager.
• Level 2 Candidate – This individual typically has general experience in the construction trades or has a technical solar background. Has established project management experience. Can work independently with limited day to day support from a Senior Project Manager and/or Portfolio Manager

Job Functions & Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Origination Team to identify and develop new project opportunities, conduct pre-contract evaluations, and manage contract handoffs.
• Direct and manage all personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle, from initial planning through job close-out.
• Schedule and conduct progress inspections, ensuring quality control and timely reporting on site status before, during, and after construction.
• Monitor and report on project progress, timelines, and milestones, ensuring alignment with plans and budget.
• Coordinate and oversee vendors, subcontractors, and engineers on multiple projects concurrently.
• Proactively identify and document project risks, develop contingency plans, and manage changes in scope, schedule, and cost.
• Uphold and track company safety and quality standards throughout all projects.
• Deliver excellent project management and maintain strong client relationships, balancing the needs of utilities, customers, and third-party financiers.
• Prioritize and delegate tasks across multiple projects, ensuring efficient and effective project completion.

Education & Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant project experience, with at least 1 year in direct project or construction management.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (5 years of experience can substitute for a degree).
• NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional or equivalent (strongly preferred).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (strongly preferred).

Desired Skills & Abilities

• Initiative to drive projects forward, take calculated risks, and make high-level decisions independently
• Expertise in interpreting multi-trade construction drawings and specifications, with a strong understanding of surveying, civil, structural, and electrical construction best practices
• Problem-solving skills to address challenges related to utility companies, site conditions, and customer requirements, while adhering to budgets and timelines
• Proficiency in maintaining project budgets, schedules, documentation, and correspondence
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project
• Familiarity with ERP systems like Netsuite or similar

Work Environment

• This role is primarily sedentary, with an estimated 50% remote work from project sites and 50% in-person
• Expected to visit job sites 3-4 times per month

Perks & Benefits!

• Salary Range: $60,000-$87,000 annually

• Level 1: $60,000-$72,000
• Level 2: $72,000-$87,000

GreenSpark Solar is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind and seek to remove barriers and increase opportunities, access, and advancement for all people. Do not let historical barriers prevent you from jumping on this life-changing opportunity – reach out and ask questions if you have them – we are here!